Medical Assistant United States
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Rickie Vargas
Professional Summary
Conscientious Healthcare professional offering over 15 years of experience in fast-paced settings. Competent in organizing charts, preparing patient rooms and supporting diagnostic processes through diagnostic testing. Positive and upbeat with excellent communication skills. Work History
Southeast Texas Orthopedics - LMRT/Medical Assistant Sugar Land, United States
08/2006 - Current
Operated radiologic equipment to produce diagnostic images and films.
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Currently handles all images for clinic and is responsible for surgery image preparations, inventory control, training, and special ordering.
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Reviewed physicians' orders to determine medical imaging needs and operated radiologic equipment to capture, develop and produce diagnostic images.
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Applied and positioned equipment to take images following set parameters.
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Enhanced patient experience with compassionate communication and meticulous attention to detail during examinations.
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Obtained and documented patient medical history, medication information, symptoms, allergies and current complaints at intake.
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Provided compassionate care to patients, easing their concerns and fostering positive experience during imaging procedures.
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Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, prepared for physician examinations and prepared injections given in office.
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Enhanced patient care by accurately performing diagnostic imaging procedures.
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● Called and faxed pharmacies to submit prescriptions and refills. Coordinated patient referrals to specialists or other healthcare providers as needed for comprehensive care management plans.
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Obtained prior authorizations, appeals and scheduled Peer to Peer discussions for physician for MRI/CT and specialty imaging through patients insurance, providing accurate diagnosis and all clinical exam information.
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Missouri City, TX 77459
Education
03/2005
The College of Health Care Professions
Houston, United States
LMRT Certification : Limited Medical
Radiologic Technologist
Skills
● Radiation production and exposure
● Charting and Vitals
● Needs Assessment
● Digital Radiography
● Radiation Safety Protocols
● Radiation Exposure Minimization
● Patient Confidentiality
● Complaint Response
● Complaint Management
● Data Entry and Maintenance
● Customer Satisfaction
● Data Classification
● Property Evaluation
● Loss Mitigation
River Oaks Imaging and Diagnostics - LMRT
Houston, Texas
03/2005 - 06/2005
Answered busy, multi-line telephone, answered triage line answering post operative questions, MRI/Lab results, relaying messages to physician and provided patient reassurance.
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● Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
● Self-motivated, with strong sense of personal responsibility.
● Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written. Streamlined office operations by managing inventory levels, ordering supplies, and organizing storage areas.
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Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
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Performed medical records management, including filing, organizing and scanning documents.
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Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
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● Completed 600 hours of externship
Operated radiologic equipment to produce diagnostic images and films.
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Enhanced patient experience with compassionate communication and meticulous attention to detail during examinations.
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Aided in reducing repeat examinations due to image artifacts or poor positioning through thorough pre-imaging assessments.
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Reduced exam times for patients by effectively utilizing digital imaging equipment for faster image processing and storage.
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Reviewed physicians' orders to determine medical imaging needs and operated radiologic equipment to capture, develop, and produce diagnostic images.
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Contributed to a safe working environment by adhering to all radiation safety guidelines and protocols.
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● Prepared and positioned patients for imaging procedures.
● Evaluated images for technical quality and accuracy.
● Instructed patients on proper positioning for imaging. Certifications
American Heart Assoc. CPR certified
● Licensed-LMRT
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